Think Aorta Think Family Aortic Dissections are rare but Aortic Disease is more common than you think. Talk to your family about the family medical history. When in doubt, check it out. No matter how you say it or rephrase it, two simple words are saving so many lives. THINK AORTA! #AorticHope #AorticDiseaseAwareness #AortaEd #ASAP

This month we are focusing our attention on helping you ACE Your Healthcare Journey and today is about ADVOCATING. 🫀✨ ACE Your Healthcare Journey: A is for ADVOCATE ✨🫀 Advocating for yourself isn’t always easy — but it’s one of the most powerful things you can do on your aortic journey. 💙 Advocate = taking an active role in your care. Here’s how you can start: 📝 Keep copies of your records, scans, and test results ❓ Write down questions before appointments 👥 Bring a trus

🫀💙 Looking for a meaningful way to ease the emotional toll of aortic disease? 💙🫀 One powerful step is helping others feel less alone — and you can do that with our FREE Patient Awareness Posters. https://forms.office.com/r/WqrXNG3cAw 📦 Each pack includes 10 posters 📍 Displayed in exam rooms across the country 📱 Provides easy access to support groups & patient guides These posters don’t just share information — they create connection, spark conversations, and help patie

It's #ThinkAortaThinkFamily Thursday! 📑Knowing your family medical history can save lives. 🗣️Start the conversation with your loved ones and learn about the conditions that may run in your family. ❓Ask if any family member has had any type of aneurysm (not just aortic), an aortic dissection, a congenital heart defect such as being born with a bicuspid aortic valve, or a sudden death where an autopsy was not done to rule out aortic disease. 👉Aortic dissections are rare, but

✨ New year. Same body. Still worthy of movement. ✨ As we step into a new year, let’s remind ourselves of something powerful: Your body doesn’t need to change to deserve care, respect, or movement. Movement doesn’t have to look a certain way. It doesn’t have to be fast, intense, or impressive. And it definitely doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Maybe it’s 🐢 slow and steady 🕺 joyful and expressive 😴 intentional rest and recovery 🚶‍♀️ gentle, consistent progress Whate

💙 Movement for Movement Monday 💙 The hardest part isn’t the workout. It’s the decision to start. It has power over the brain. That tiny moment between thinking about moving and actually moving — that’s where the battle happens. So here’s your trick: 👉 The Two-Minute Rule. Tell yourself, “I’m already doing it.” Not “I should move,” but “I’m moving now.” Because the moment you decide, you shift your brain from hesitation to action. You stop negotiating with yourself — and ju

Did you know that aortic disease can run in families—even when it doesn’t look obvious? Genetics play a HUGE role, and sometimes the signs aren’t what you’d expect. On this episode of AHTV, genetic counselor and survivor Ryan Rodarmer shares his personal journey of surviving multiple heart surgeries and aortic dissections, PLUS the critical questions you need to ask about family history, testing, and risk factors. 💡 If you or a loved one has been impacted by aortic disease,

Ever hear of the 5 Second Rule? Not the food one 😅 — the Mel Robbins one. Here’s how it works: When you feel yourself hesitate, count 5-4-3-2-1… GO. 🚀 No overthinking. No excuses. Just action. Stand up. Stretch. Walk. Breathe. Move. Because the truth is: your life changes in the moment you decide to act. 🚀 Try it today: The next time you feel stuck, count down from 5 and move. See what happens. 🎥 Watch this short video of Mel Robbins explaining her method: CLICK HERE . 🩵

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🌀 Movement for Movement Monday Do you ever notice how the more you sit, the heavier your body feels—and the harder it becomes to get up? That’s not weakness or laziness. It’s your brain’s inertia loop at work. Here’s the science: our brains crave consistency. When you stay still, your nervous system signals, “This must be what we’re supposed to do—stay still.” The longer you sit, the deeper the loop. But here’s the good news—motion breaks the loop. Even a 30-second “pattern

It's #TopicTuesday 🚨 *Flying with Aortic Aneurysm or After Aortic Dissection: Know the Risks 💔* If you have an aortic aneurysm 🩺 or have experienced an aortic dissection , understanding the risks of flying is CRUCIAL 🚨. 🚁Changes in cabin pressure during flight could potentially increase stress on the aorta, leading to serious complications. # Key Considerations 🤔: - ⛔️ *Aortic Dissection *: Post-dissection, flying is generally discouraged for a period determined by

🧠 Let’s be honest. If nothing changes— ❌ Nothing. Will. Change. You say you want to feel better. Move better. Live longer. But let’s talk about what really happens if you don’t. Not in a decade—in a year: Still stiff? Still tired? Still frustrated you didn’t start sooner? 🎯 Here’s the truth: The difference between stagnation and transformation is a single uncomfortable step. Ask yourself right now: 👉 Do I want to be in the same place, physically and mentally, this time nex

🌎As a globally-recognized organization, we are always happy to support THINK AORTA. 🎉THINK AORTA US created the Global Think Aorta Think Family campaign! ♥️Aortic Dissections are rare but Aortic Disease is more common than you think. ⭐Share and learn about your family medical history. There are some medical conditions that could put you at a higher risk for Aortic Disease. 👇It's important to remember that: ♥️Aortic disease runs in families. ♥️It's more common than you thin

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It's Think Aorta Thursday🎉 Just your friendly reminder that: Aortic Dissections are rare but Aortic Disease is more common than you think. Share and learn about your family medical history. There are some medical conditions that could put you at a higher risk for Aortic Disease. Aortic disease runs in families. It's more common than you think. If in doubt, check it out. #AortaEd #ThinkAortaThinkFamily #ThinkAortaUS #ThinkAorta #ByPatientsForPatients

🎉 After a full year of hard work and dedication from Aortic Hope, our Hope Ambassadors, medical students, clinical consultants, patient...

🎉 After a full year of hard work and dedication from Aortic Hope, our Hope Ambassadors, medical students, clinical consultants, patient...

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At Aortic Hope, we believe that movement is more than just exercise—it’s a commitment to taking care of your body and mind with intentional steps toward better health. That’s why we encourage everyone to participate in Movement for Movement Monday, a chance to embrace movement in a way that works for you. Movement doesn’t have to mean running a marathon or lifting heavy weights. It can be as simple as stretching in the morning, taking a short walk, dancing to your favorite so